WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE YOUR KID(ISBN=) 英文原版

“A must read for parents who want to raise healthy, caring,
creative, and self-reliant children as well as kids who can
thrive in a cyber-steeped future.”
–Margaret Sagarese, coauthor of The Roller Coaster Years
and Boy Crazy 

Texting. Blogging. IMing. Technology that has become second
nature to our children remains uncharted territory for many
parents. What in the World Are Your Kids Doing Online? tells
you everything you need to know to navigate the parenting issues
technology raises, and arms you with the tools you need to protect
your children.

This comprehensive, all-purpose guide shows you how to keep up with
the latest in computer technology and the Internet—even if you’re a
techno-illiterate.

You’ll also learn how to:

protect your child from cyber-bullies and sexual predators

monitor your child’s online activity

recognize the danger signs in your child’s use of chat rooms and
socializing sites such as MySpace

decode the secret language of texting, instant messaging, e-mail,
and chat rooms

keep your “Cyber-kid” healthy and fit

teach your child good on-line study skills

help your child build healthy friendships and dating relationships,
both on- and off-line

gear your rules about the Internet to your child’s age and
developmental stage

know when to turn the computer off

BARBARA MELTON, M.Ed., is a licensed professional counselor
(LPC) and supervisor in private practice; she regularly
works with families with challenging kids,
conducts workshops, and lectures on a variety of topics. 
Her practice is in Charleston, South Carolina. SUSAN
SHANKLE, MSW, LISW-CP, is a licensed clinical social worker who
focuses on the treatment of adolescents experiencing difficulty due
to modern technology. She lives in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
Both authors have been featured in MSNBC.com articles
addressing adolescents, parenting challenges, and
technology.